Description
Key Features:
- Tapered Design: Typically, a reducer tap has a tapered end that gradually reduces in diameter, allowing it to create threads that decrease in size along the length of the tap.
- High-Speed Steel (HSS) Construction: Made from durable materials like HSS to withstand the stress of cutting threads in metal.
- Precision Thread Cutting: Designed to cut precise threads that match standard thread specifications.
Benefits:
- Versatility: Can be used in various applications where a reduction in thread size is needed, such as plumbing fittings, automotive repairs, and machine parts.
- Accuracy: Creates precise threads that ensure a tight and secure fit between threaded components.
- Durability: High-quality construction ensures longevity and resistance to wear, even with repeated use.
How to Use a Reducer Tap:
- Prepare the Workpiece:
- Ensure the material is securely fixed and appropriate for threading. Use a drill bit of the correct size to create a pilot hole before tapping.
- Select the Right Tap:
- Choose a reducer tap that matches the desired thread size reduction and the material of the workpiece.
- Apply Lubricant:
- Use cutting oil or lubricant to reduce friction and heat buildup during tapping. This helps prolong the life of the tap and improves thread quality.
- Align the Tap:
- Insert the tapered end of the tap into the pilot hole. Make sure the tap is aligned straight to avoid damaging the threads.
- Start Tapping:
- Turn the tap clockwise (for right-hand threads) while applying moderate pressure. The tapered design of the tap will gradually cut threads that reduce in size along the length of the hole.
- Reverse for Clearance:
- Periodically reverse the tap counterclockwise to break and clear the chips or debris from the flutes of the tap. This helps maintain smooth cutting action.
- Clean and Inspect:
- Once the tapping is complete, clean the workpiece to remove any remaining cutting oil and inspect the threads for accuracy and completeness.
- Finish Up:
- Carefully remove the tap from the workpiece, ensuring not to damage the newly cut threads.
Additional Tips:
- Safety: Wear safety goggles to protect your eyes from metal chips and debris.
- Tool Maintenance: After use, clean the tap thoroughly and store it in a dry place to prevent rust and maintain cutting edges.
Product Specification:-
Material | Mild Steel |
Size/Diameter | 1.5 inches |
Usage | Hydraulic Fitting |
Finish | Polished |
Color | Metallic Brown |
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